2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus 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 570 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |