2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2003 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
