2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
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 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |