2000 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
