2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Fiat Panda

To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Palio II 2006 Fiat Panda
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Palio II Panda
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1580 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 184 km/hour 155 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 14 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 1545 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 35 L


 

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