2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Idea | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |