2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Ford Expedition and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 301 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |