2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |