2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 191 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
