2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |