2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (380 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
