2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
