1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Intrepid | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2789 mm |