2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
