2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
