2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 1055 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.
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, 2006 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
