1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
