2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 126 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 92 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |