2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic 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 343 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic 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 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio II | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |