2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1165 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
