1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, both 1998 Mazda MPV and 1998 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MPV | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |