2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo 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 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio II | Exeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2642 mm |