2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Palio II and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (250 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio II | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |