2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Palio 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Palio E
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2860 mm


 

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