2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 6 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
