2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
