2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Mazda 6

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1031 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2004 Mazda 6
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Avalanche 6
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5325 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 221 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 94 mm
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2467 kg 1436 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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