2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 849 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Marathon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
