2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-150 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |