2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1997 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
