2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
