2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford E-150 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Ford Mazda
Model E-150 Drifter
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2606 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 80 L


 

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