1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Touran |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |