2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
