2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 251 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6. 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 2013 Mazda 6. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
