2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
