2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |