2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |
