2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 (140 Nm @ 74 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
