2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 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 | 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Marea Weekend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
