2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1233 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Charger | Palio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |