2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 6 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
