2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |