2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 922 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |