2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | Sport Wagon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |