2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 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 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 144 L |