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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 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 79 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 | 1747 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |