2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2010 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 (400 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Express MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 190 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2481 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3995 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2329 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 48 L


 

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