2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 118 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio II | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |