2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1538 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 2010 Mazda 6. 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 (475 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 226 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |