2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2003 Ford Ka (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Ka |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |