2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
