2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Subaru Outback and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 65 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Outback | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Outback | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |