2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 834 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
