2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
