2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1649 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Ford Mazda
Model F-250 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 1999 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.8:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1207 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 50 L


 

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