Mazda MAZDA6 vs. Dodge Charger

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda MAZDA6 and Dodge Charger contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mazda MAZDA6 and the Dodge Charger.

In comparing the Mazda MAZDA6's and the Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MAZDA6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Mazda MAZDA6 and Dodge Charger have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the Mazda MAZDA6's and the Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MAZDA6 is a better car than the Dodge Charger.

Pricing: A used 2021 Mazda MAZDA6 ranges from $16,083 to $26,998 while a used 2021 Dodge Charger is priced between $18,000 to $53,989.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda MAZDA6 loses 43.3 percent of its value and the Dodge Charger loses 44.1 percent of its value. This means the Mazda MAZDA6 retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Charger.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda MAZDA6 and Dodge Charger is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mazda MAZDA6 being ranked 5 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Dodge Charger being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Large Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Mazda MAZDA6 and Dodge Charger is 7.7 out of 10.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda MAZDA6’s base engine makes 187 horsepower, and the Dodge Charger base engine makes 292 horsepower. The MAZDA6 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Charger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. This gives the Mazda MAZDA6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Dodge Charger. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Charger, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mazda MAZDA6, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Mazda MAZDA6 and the Dodge Charger have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.