2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 8 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 323 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
