2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ducato | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |