2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2007 Mazda 6

To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Smart ForFour 2007 Mazda 6
Make Smart Mazda
Model ForFour 6
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.4 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 64 L


 

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