2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (205 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
