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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 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 640 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 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |