Japan vs Japan — 2006 vs 2005
| Mazdaspeed 3 2.3 Turbo | Mazdaspeed 6 Grand Touring | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 263 hp | 274 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,261 cc | 2,261 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4 sec | 5.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.0 sec | 14.0 sec |
| Weight | 3,168 lbs | 3,600 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,675 mm |
| Length | 4,490 mm | 4,745 mm |
| Original MSRP | $23,700 | $28,995 |
| Value (Excellent) | $25,000 | $20,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 6/10 |
This matchup is remarkably close. The 2006 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 2.3 Turbo offers lighter weight, while the 2005 Mazda Mazdaspeed 6 Grand Touring counters with quicker acceleration, better value. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.
The Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 lineage tells a fascinating story of automotive evolution. Comparing the 2006 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 2.3 Turbo with the 2005 Mazda Mazdaspeed 6 Grand Touring reveals how Mazda refined and reimagined one of its most important nameplates over the years. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2006 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 2.3 Turbo producing 263 hp and the 2005 Mazda Mazdaspeed 6 Grand Touring delivering 274 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 uses a Inline-4 DOHC Turbocharged displacing 2,261 cc, while the Mazda Mazdaspeed 6 relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16-valve MZR DISI turbo with 2,261 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2005 Mazda Mazdaspeed 6 Grand Touring edges ahead at 5.4 seconds versus 5.4 seconds. The Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 432 lbs lighter. Both cars have earned their place in automotive history and continue to captivate enthusiasts around the world.