2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
