2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
