2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea Weekend | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
