2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 88 kg more than 1989 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
