2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 131 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Forte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |
