2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |