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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 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 Ford Focus 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 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 | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |