2011 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Hilux | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |