2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Transit Connect | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |