2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Value Edition vs. 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Value Edition and 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 212 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Value Edition.
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, both vehicles can yield 267 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Value Edition has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Value Edition will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Value Edition | 2008 Mazda 6 3.0S Touring | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
