2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (268 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3. 2008 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda 3 2008 Mazda 6
Make Mazda Mazda
Model 3 6
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1349 cc 2968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 268 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1155 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L