2006 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Lexus LX and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lexus | Mazda |
Model | LX | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |