2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 6 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |