2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
