1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
