2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
