2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | Protege |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 164 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |