2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2616 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |