1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | 6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2789 mm |