2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 251 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |