1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
