2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 458 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.
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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | 300 | Palio II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6064 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 74 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |