2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 600 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Palio II | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
