2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2740 mm |
