2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 Ford F-250 and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1884 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-250 | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |