2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 559 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |