2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Airflite | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
