2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea. 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 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Albea | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |