2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 391 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.
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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
