2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 830 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 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Palio II | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |