2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2004 Ford Freestyle and 2004 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Freestyle | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |