2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |