1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2005 Mazda 6 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. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
