2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1846 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2380 mm |
