2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6700 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 142 L |
