2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 724 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
