2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 43 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2000 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. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Palio II | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
