2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |