2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
