2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2013 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 2,489 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 544 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, both vehicles can yield 226 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Mazda 6 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |