2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2045 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |