2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | 6 | CT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
