2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |