2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
