2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 699 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-09, 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 (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2761 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
