1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
