2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Holden Captiva. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Captiva.
Because 2006 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
