2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-150 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 193 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |