2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1097 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2012 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2774 mm |
