2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante 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 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2230 mm |
