2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
