2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 226 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
