2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Honda Insight
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 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio II | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |