2012 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, both 2012 Mazda 6 and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 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, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 6 | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1621 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
