2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
