2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |