2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio II | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |