2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Element |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |