2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
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 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 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 235 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 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 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio II | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
