1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
