2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Duna | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Duna | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |