2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2494 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |