2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
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 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2010 Mazda 6 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
