2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 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 107 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 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 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |