2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | 6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
