2013 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2013 Mazda 3 and 2013 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2013 Mazda 3 and 2013 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 2,489 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6. 2013 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Mazda 3 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 3 | 6 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |