2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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 Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |