YACT (yet another car thread) 2005 Mazda6 or 2006 Scion tC? *now with poll*

[gerrynjr]

Looking to replace my aging 96 taurus that is falling apart.

I've narrowed it down to two cars:
a 2005 Mazda6 with 20k miles for 16k USD
a 2006 Scion tC new for 17k USD

Which would you guys think is better?

 

[Soccerman06]

I despise Scion cars, but you get a warrenty with it, and the mazda might not have much of a warrenty left (depending on its length). If your into car modding, the Scion is better because it has many aftermarket parts.

 

[wasssup]

Scion tC.

 

[jlee]

Scion - but I'll admit, I'm heavily biased towards Toyota.

I don't know much/anything about the Mazda6, but I can't say I've heard anything bad about them. Which one do you prefer (test drive)?

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: Soccerman06
I despise Scion cars, but you get a warrenty with it, and the mazda might not have much of a warrenty left (depending on its length). If your into car modding, the Scion is better because it has many aftermarket parts.

What's wrong with the tC?

 

[gerrynjr]

I've driven the Mazda6, and the handling and acceleration is superb... but only has a 4 year/50k mile warranty (also heard that tha trannys can sometimes overheat)
I'm going to test drive a tC again monday... 3 year/36k warranty...

 

[Dr. Detroit]

Mazda 6.

Useable backseat, nice trunk, and a great car that was on Automobiles Best Ten cars listing for two years.

 

[JoPh]

06 mazda 3s

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: gerrynjr
I've driven the Mazda6, and the handling and acceleration is superb... but only has a 4 year/50k mile warranty (also heard that tha trannys can sometimes overheat)
I'm going to test drive a tC again monday... 3 year/36k warranty...

Make sure it's a manual trans

 

[Soccerman06]

Originally posted by: CadetLee

Originally posted by: Soccerman06
I despise Scion cars, but you get a warrenty with it, and the mazda might not have much of a warrenty left (depending on its length). If your into car modding, the Scion is better because it has many aftermarket parts.

What's wrong with the tC?

I donno why, but i just dont like them

 

[Reckoner]

mazda6 S or I?

 

[gerrynjr]

S

 

[mrSHEiK124]

tC with turbo ftw

 

[43st]

Originally posted by: JoPh
06 mazda 3s

Yup

 

[Strk]

So why not a Mazda 3s? It's about the same price as a Scion Tc.

 

[gerrynjr]

the mazda3s is a bit too small for me.... the scion and mazda6s give me a bit more leg room

 

[Reckoner]

I love the look of the 6s, so that would put it over the top for me.

 

[Tu13erhead]

Originally posted by: Soccerman06

Originally posted by: CadetLee

Originally posted by: Soccerman06
I despise Scion cars, but you get a warrenty with it, and the mazda might not have much of a warrenty left (depending on its length). If your into car modding, the Scion is better because it has many aftermarket parts.

What's wrong with the tC?

I donno why, but i just dont like them

K. Your opinion doesn't count, then.

 

[Reckoner]

Coupes = :thumbsdown:

 

[gerrynjr]

if coupes are so bad, what would you reccomend in this price range?

 

[sniperruff]

a 01'-03' maxima can run about $15k. much better car than both the tC and the 6... except fuel-wise.

 

[Tommouse]

My money would be on the 6. I'm in a similar boat as you, looking for a new car (probably a Mazda6) to replace my 97 Saturn SL. I dig the Mazda for its sportyness, looks, and practicality. I really dig the sport package look, and its a sedan and a coupe so you can actually use it to move more stuff/people easier. Sportyness, with acceleration, and handling. So my vote goes Mazda

 

[gerrynjr]

looks like the mazda6 wins.. I was leaning a bit that way...


thanks guys! (and ladies)

 

[AmdEmAll]

I voted for the TC. It will be realiable since its toyota, it has a large aftermarket, and it is brand new so you don't have to worry about how it was driven.

Im guessing that Mazda 6 is the 4 cylinder? Stay away from that. Engine and trans are made in Mexico.

 

[Kelvrick]

I'm not sure about the model you're looking at, but I remember when you couldn't get steering wheel radio controls with the 6. Gives it a low class feel when even teh 3 has so many features.