2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Tucson |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |