2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,604 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 107 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-150 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |