2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,407 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 87 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
