2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 572 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 262 Nm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |