2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 944 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 2009 Mazda 5. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |