2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2008 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | Palio II | Town Car |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |