2008 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Epica and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Epica | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Epica | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
