2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 425 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio II | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |