2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 141 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.5 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 | 1140 kg | 994 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |