2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
