2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
