2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 95 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
