2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2324 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 2008 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 (759 Nm) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 202 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |