2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Eagle Talon | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Eagle | Mazda |
Model | Talon | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |