2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1517 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Demio | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3683 mm |
