2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Renault Clio
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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,580 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio II | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
