2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Punto and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |