2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 8 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | 6 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
