2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Fiorino | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |