2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Rodeo | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2650 mm |
