2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 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 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2004 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 360 | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |