2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |