2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2001 Toyota Corolla 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. 2001 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
