2011 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 6 | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2670 mm |
