2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
