2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
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 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio II | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |