2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
