2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
