1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
