1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (182 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Astro | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |