2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 307 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
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 Fiat Palio II (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio II | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |