2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. 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, 2006 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV 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 MPV | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
