2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano 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 48 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2012 Buick Verano 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. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Palio II | Verano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
