2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | Equator |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |