2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1811 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Etude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
