2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2754 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | Laputa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 63 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 30 L |