2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
