Just looked it up. It's a 1.5L VVT-i engine w/ 108hp and only weighs 2081 lb! Should scoot w/ the 5 speed.
This guy says his does 0-60 in 7.1 and the 1/4 in 15.3.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/700256/1
-'96 SE MTX 3L
-'98 SVT 1,173 of 6,535
-'05 Mazda 6s, loaded, g/f's ride
-Need a 96-00 manual on CD? PM or email me
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