2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 873 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2006 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Palio II | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio II | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
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 | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |