2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford GT 500 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 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 GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 500 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
