2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 280 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Palio II | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |