1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 689 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Intrepid | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
