2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2006 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |