2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-250 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-250 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |