2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (143 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
