2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 208 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |