2010 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 2009 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Fiorino | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Fiorino | 3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
