2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 305 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio II | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |