2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |