2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
