2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |