2005 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu VehiCross and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Isuzu VehiCross | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | VehiCross | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |