2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 959 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |
