2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 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.
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 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
