2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 709 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio II | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |