2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | 626 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |