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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 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 67 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 5999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
