2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Express and 2011 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | 5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |