2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. 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 2003 Mazda Kusabi. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Kusabi has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Kusabi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Five Hundred | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
