2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
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 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 5 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |