1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Marea | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |