2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 7 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 751 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | 6 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
