2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2230 mm |
