2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 2 | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |