2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2030 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
