2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Palio would be higher. Both 2004 Fiat Palio and 2005 Kia Picanto are equipped with a 999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Picanto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Kia Picanto (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
