2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2001 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Excursion (576 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | Levante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2230 mm |