2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2023 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 50 L |
