2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 58 L |
