2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
