2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 105 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
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 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio II | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
