2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
