2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL 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 7 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 6 | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
