2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Optra | Palio II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |