2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 4 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 81 L |
