2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 459 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 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
