2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet S-10 and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | S-10 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |