2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, both 2001 Ford F-150 and 2001 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
