2010 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2005 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Outback Sport | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Outback Sport | 6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |