2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |