2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 986 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Washu |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
