2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-150 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-150 | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |