2006 Ascari A10 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 2006 Ascari A10 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 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2004 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2006 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ascari A10 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | A10 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 346 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2610 mm |
