2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
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 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 74 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio II | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
