2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |