2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 375 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 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Logan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
