2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Five Hundred | MPV |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |