2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1736 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |