2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 54 L |
