2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 943 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
