2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 574 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Picanto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |