2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
