2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2.
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, 2006 Mazda 2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
