2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 258 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 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
