2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
