2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |