2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, both vehicles can yield 203 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Cavalier | CX-05 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |