2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |