2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2006 BMW 335 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 2006 BMW 335. 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2006 BMW 335 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. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio II | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |