2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Cavalier | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |