1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot Nautilus has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot Nautilus 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:
| 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | Nautilus | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
