2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1108 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |