2006 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II

To start off, both 2006 BMW 645 and 2006 Fiat Palio II were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 645 2006 Fiat Palio II
Make BMW Fiat
Model 645 Palio II
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1697 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 328 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 79.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 20.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 16.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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