2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus 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 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
