2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
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 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 923 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio II | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
