2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 514 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 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | SRX | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 74 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
