2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
