2000 Ford Equator vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Equator | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2639 mm |
