2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Cavalier | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |