2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 399 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio II | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |