2006 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Epica 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Epica (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Epica | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Epica | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |