2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos 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 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
Model | Palio II | Kalos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
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 | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |