2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 48 L |
