2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 61 L |
