2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 789 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | AZ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2260 mm |