2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |