2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MPV weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MPV. (267 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2004 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
