2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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. Both 2007 Fiat Panda and 2006 Fiat Palio II are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
