2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 77 L |
