2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2009 Subaru Forester 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. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Palio II | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio II | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |