2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 902 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Sport Wagon | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4379 mm |
