2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
