2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Ford F-150 and 2007 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |
