2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 341 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
