2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
