2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 648 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Palio 2006 Honda CR-V
Make Fiat Honda
Model Palio CR-V
Year Released 2008 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 184 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1698 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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