2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 515 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
