2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |