2003 Mazda Washu 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 Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Washu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Washu | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 136 L |
