2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1050 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |