2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 825 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 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |