2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Aveo and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
