2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 82 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
