2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
