2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 551 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Captiva | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |