2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
