2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 5 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
Model | 6 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 539 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |