2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
