2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 Fiat Palio II and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 709 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 2007 Opel Vectra 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. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Palio II 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Fiat Opel
Model Palio II Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 164 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.5 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 996 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 60 L


 

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