2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
