2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 928 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |