2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, both 2007 Ford Expedition and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
