2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |