2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 980 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |