2007 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestar and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestar | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Freestar | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |