2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 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 147 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
