2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 345 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 2011 Mazda 5. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |