2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Palio II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 74 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |