2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV vs. 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring
To start off, both 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV and 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring weights approximately 131 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV. 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 6 2.5i SV | 2010 Mazda 6 2.5s Grand Touring | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |