2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | California |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
