2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 221 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |