2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 220 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
