2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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 Explorer (330 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
