2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 965 kg more than 2006 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 (454 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 270 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |