2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 323 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 323 | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |