2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1997 Rover 600.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 1997 Rover 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 6 | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |