1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
