2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B4000. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
