2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |