2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,606 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-250 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |