2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 882 kg more than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
