2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |