2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | XR 8 Xplod | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
