2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 353 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio II | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
