2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2011 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
