2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 362 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.

Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Palio II 2013 Nissan GT-R
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Palio II GT-R
Year Released 2006 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 538 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 628 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.9 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1737 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1372 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 74 L


 

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