2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 550 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |