2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 1999 Honda Accord 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. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
