2001 Ford EX vs. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | EX | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
