2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2011 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio II | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
