2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 68 kg more than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Palio II | EX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 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 | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |