2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 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. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 74 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
