2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | B2500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2990 mm |