2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 30 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Multipla | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
