2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 859 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 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2857 mm |
