2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 3 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |