2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion tC weights approximately 278 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 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Palio | tC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
