2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,581 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 94 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio II | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |