1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 819 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
