2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 43 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio II | Elantra |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
