2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (153 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-250 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |