2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 9 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 878 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.
Because 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2012 Acura RDX 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. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Fiat | Acura |
Model | Palio | RDX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |