2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
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 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa 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 258 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa.
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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2003 Toyota Previa 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. 2003 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
