2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |