2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
