2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 144 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 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 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
