2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B3000 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3988 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 136 L |
