2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 6 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
