2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 580 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |