2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 8C Competizione | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
