2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 4 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 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 | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio II | i10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
