2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
