2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-250 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-250 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |