2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2011 Mazda 6

To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.

Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Lexus LFA 2011 Mazda 6
Make Lexus Mazda
Model LFA 6
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 8700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 479 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automated manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 4506 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1895 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 1219 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2606 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 70 L


 

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