2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |