2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2701 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |