2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
