2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 976 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
