2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 144 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 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |