2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |
