2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio II | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |