2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Ford Fiesta (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
