2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Mazda 2

To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda 6 2009 Mazda 2
Make Mazda Mazda
Model 6 2
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2183 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 218 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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