2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
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, both vehicles can yield 165 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Optra | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |