2003 Pininfarina Enjoy vs. 2012 Mazda 6

To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy has manual transmission. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 2012 Mazda 6
Make Pininfarina Mazda
Model Enjoy 6
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Size 1794 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1795 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1440 mm


 

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