2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 346 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |