2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 616 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
