2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 5,408 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 150 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
