2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Captiva and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 836 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Captiva | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |