2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 908 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Seicento | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |
