2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 460 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Palio | ATS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |
