2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD 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 355 kg more than 2010 Scion xD.
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 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xD 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 Scion xD | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Palio II | xD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
