2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 250 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 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | Premacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |