2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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-350 (621 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
