2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
