2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Equinox | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
