2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, both 2004 Mazda 6 and 2004 Vauxhall Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda 6 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Mazda Vauxhall
Model 6 Corsa
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2500 mm


 

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