1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-05. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
