2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 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 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Terraza | Palio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
