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DR.LOVE · 02-06-2009, 01:13 PM

Hey all,
Im not sure the proper way to introduce myself on this particular forum so Ill just do it now forgive me if this is not the norm.
Hi everybody im D or DC whichever is fine with me or DR.Love if your feeling Randy j/k... But Im getting a new car in May. After my hours of endless thinking Im going to go with the mazda six. Now my problem is I dont know if I want the 4 or 6.

This would be a no brainer for me if it was anyother car because unlike the mustang and chargers, solaras(my car) and most other cars it seems like there is more aftermarket parts for the less powerfull engine. Problem is if I go with the four and put CP-e intake, headers, magaflow catback, and a few other minor mods the v6 is still faster. Ive even seen turbo'd 4s with about 230hp. I know I could bolt that on, so from a modding standpointe im just not sure but im leaning towards the 6. INput would be much appreicated could save my 1000's of dollars. Sorry it was long
Thank you

Mz6GreyGhost · 02-06-2009, 01:21 PM

Given the choice between the 4-cylinder and V6, I'll leave you with this philosophy: If you like to mod, get the 4-cylinder. If you want it straight out of the box, get the V6.

Either that, or get a MS6 and call it a day.

LapisLazuli6 · 02-06-2009, 01:31 PM

QUOTE (Mz6GreyGhost @ Feb 6 2009, 01:21 PM)

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Given the choice between the 4-cylinder and V6, I'll leave you with this philosophy: If you like to mod, get the 4-cylinder. If you want it straight out of the box, get the V6.

Either that, or get a MS6 and call it a day.

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If you want a better handling vehicle with a less nose-heavy front and less FORD vs. Mazda engineering, get the 4-cylinder.

The MS6 is more of a marketing project with unproven reliablity and other issues. I think I'd trust a turbo'd 6i more than an MS6 at this point...

zoomzoom05 · 02-06-2009, 01:33 PM

QUOTE (Mz6GreyGhost @ Feb 6 2009, 01:21 PM)

Quote:

Given the choice between the 4-cylinder and V6, I'll leave you with this philosophy: If you like to mod, get the 4-cylinder. If you want it straight out of the box, get the V6.

Either that, or get a MS6 and call it a day.

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+1 either go with the 4 or a MS6 not the V6.. modding is sure fun, even though I'm pretty knew to it. But you defientely learn a lot about cars when you're modding.
Just my .02 cents

acheddadi · 02-06-2009, 02:07 PM

QUOTE (LapisLazuli6 @ Feb 6 2009, 01:31 PM)

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The MS6 is more of a marketing project with unproven reliablity and other issues. I think I'd trust a turbo'd 6i more than an MS6 at this point...[/b]

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nate0123 · 02-06-2009, 02:35 PM

The V6 sound alone is worth it

dfw6er · 02-06-2009, 02:40 PM

The 4 cylinder engine is easier to get parts for, if that helps. Also, gas won't be this cheap for much longer, so engine size is something to consider if you have a lot of driving to do. I do like the V6, but out of the box, it's a little underpowered...luckily, headers and CAIs can do a lot for it.

Is this a car you want to track or will it be a daily driver, or both?

DR.LOVE · 02-07-2009, 12:52 PM

QUOTE (dfw6er @ Feb 6 2009, 11:40 AM)

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The 4 cylinder engine is easier to get parts for, if that helps. Also, gas won't be this cheap for much longer, so engine size is something to consider if you have a lot of driving to do. I do like the V6, but out of the box, it's a little underpowered...luckily, headers and CAIs can do a lot for it.

Is this a car you want to track or will it be a daily driver, or both?[/b]

I want a daily driver, but when I fancy my self a drive or a race( Im trying to stop) I need some ponys coming out that exhaust, my friends already got a jump start on me maxima , charger , eclispe,and civic with b16 engine swap and eg body all silghtly modded that maxima is crazy fast is like 4 door 350z but im really into the modding scene.
So I guess both to answer your question.

nate0123 · 02-08-2009, 10:48 AM

Assuming you're talking about racing at the strip, neither the 6i or the 6s is a car you'll want to be in. The MS6 is the only 6 I'd take to the drag strip, but then I'd be worried about snapping axles and killing the clutch.

6er · 02-11-2009, 10:16 AM

assuming you talking about the first generation.....if the second, there are many mods out for either right now. And According to Car and Driver(or Motor Trend, can't remember), the second gen six really dosen't take too many engineering ideas from ford, they said the new Fusion and Six are pretty much unrelated engineering-wise with some shared parts

02-06-2009, 01:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
Mz6GreyGhost Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 3,686 Thanks: 4 Thanked 11 Times in 8 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Given the choice between the 4-cylinder and V6, I'll leave you with this philosophy: If you like to mod, get the 4-cylinder. If you want it straight out of the box, get the V6. Either that, or get a MS6 and call it a day. __________________ “A republican stands up in congress and says 'I GOT A REALLY BAD IDEA!!' and the democrat stands up after him and says 'AND I CAN MAKE IT SHITTIER!!'” - Lewis Black

02-06-2009, 02:35 PM	#6 (permalink)
nate0123 Track Racer Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 617 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	The V6 sound alone is worth it __________________ 2003 Mazda6 S 3.0 5-speed Manual Mazdaspeed Hatch/Wagon Springs \| OEM Mazdaspeed6 Shocks \| Cordova Motorsports Optimized Throttle Body \| CP-E Wishbone Motor Mount \| Magnaflow Catback Exhaust \| 17x7 Mazda MX-5 Wheels \| 225/50-17 Toyo Proxes4 Tires \| Clear Sidemarkers \| OEM Mazdaspeed6 Tail Lights \| AudioLink iPod Adaptor \| Protege5 Leather Shift Knob

02-06-2009, 02:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
dfw6er Rally Racer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Flower Mound, TX Posts: 1,327 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	The 4 cylinder engine is easier to get parts for, if that helps. Also, gas won't be this cheap for much longer, so engine size is something to consider if you have a lot of driving to do. I do like the V6, but out of the box, it's a little underpowered...luckily, headers and CAIs can do a lot for it. Is this a car you want to track or will it be a daily driver, or both? __________________ 2003 Performance White 6s MTX, CPE CAI MAF-CI, Xtec 5000K HIDs, Superwhite LEDs, TB bypass, EGR mod, Iridium NGKs, 25% tint, clear sidemarkers w/ turn signal mod, brakelight mod, SU MM, MazdaSpeed Short Throw Shifter, Custom Exhaust: 12" glass pak resonator and axle-back Str8s, Flat Black painted bezels, Exedy Stage 1 clutch and Fidanza Flywheel, ceramic pads, Redline MT-90, Mobil-1 0W-20 and Mobil-1 Mercon V PS fluid

02-08-2009, 10:48 AM	#9 (permalink)
nate0123 Track Racer Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 617 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Assuming you're talking about racing at the strip, neither the 6i or the 6s is a car you'll want to be in. The MS6 is the only 6 I'd take to the drag strip, but then I'd be worried about snapping axles and killing the clutch. __________________ 2003 Mazda6 S 3.0 5-speed Manual Mazdaspeed Hatch/Wagon Springs \| OEM Mazdaspeed6 Shocks \| Cordova Motorsports Optimized Throttle Body \| CP-E Wishbone Motor Mount \| Magnaflow Catback Exhaust \| 17x7 Mazda MX-5 Wheels \| 225/50-17 Toyo Proxes4 Tires \| Clear Sidemarkers \| OEM Mazdaspeed6 Tail Lights \| AudioLink iPod Adaptor \| Protege5 Leather Shift Knob

02-11-2009, 10:16 AM	#10 (permalink)
6er Track Racer Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 324 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	assuming you talking about the first generation.....if the second, there are many mods out for either right now. And According to Car and Driver(or Motor Trend, can't remember), the second gen six really dosen't take too many engineering ideas from ford, they said the new Fusion and Six are pretty much unrelated engineering-wise with some shared parts __________________ The Xbox 360, however, has set out to put all previous console gremlins to shame. Among the many 360s in IGN offices and homes the failure rate has been staggering and the replacement process long and aggravating. - IGN, April 28, 2006 2009 Mazda 6s Touring - Onyx 2009 Toyota Corolla S - Classic Silver Metallic (Wife's Car)

02-06-2009, 01:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
DR.LOVE Learners License Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Hey all, Im not sure the proper way to introduce myself on this particular forum so Ill just do it now forgive me if this is not the norm. Hi everybody im D or DC whichever is fine with me or DR.Love if your feeling Randy j/k... But Im getting a new car in May. After my hours of endless thinking Im going to go with the mazda six. Now my problem is I dont know if I want the 4 or 6. This would be a no brainer for me if it was anyother car because unlike the mustang and chargers, solaras(my car) and most other cars it seems like there is more aftermarket parts for the less powerfull engine. Problem is if I go with the four and put CP-e intake, headers, magaflow catback, and a few other minor mods the v6 is still faster. Ive even seen turbo'd 4s with about 230hp. I know I could bolt that on, so from a modding standpointe im just not sure but im leaning towards the 6. INput would be much appreicated could save my 1000's of dollars. Sorry it was long Thank you

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