2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
