2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
