2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 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 85 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 982 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 2013 Mazda 3. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |