2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |