2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 749 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestyle | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
