2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 499 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2789 mm |
