1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1993 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Lexcen | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Lexcen | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |
