2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Picanto | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |