1999 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 596 kg more than 1999 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 323 | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 323 | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
