2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 435 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 6 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |