2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Ford F-450 and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 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-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-450 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |