2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2011 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
