2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-250 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |