2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
