2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Kusabi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 698 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi.
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 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
