2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 904 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| 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 | 148 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 142 L |
