2000 Saturn LW vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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, 2000 Saturn LW (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Saturn | Mazda |
| Model | LW | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
