2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1646 mm |
