2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. 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 109 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 71 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 6 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
