2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Roadster | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |