2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 F-150 (343 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
