2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
Model | Cutlass | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |