1996 Honda Today vs. 2001 Mazda 6

To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 2001 Mazda 6
Make Honda Mazda
Model Today 6
Year Released 1996 2001
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1790 mm


 

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