2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
