2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Palio II | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
