2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2614 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
