2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 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 187 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. 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 1999 Mazda 626. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |
