2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |