2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
