2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
