2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 3 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
