2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |