2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue 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 137 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 1992 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Palio II | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
