2004 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
