2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |