2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
