1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
