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 91 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 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. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
