2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2004 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2004 Pontiac GTO 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. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Palio II | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
