2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-150 and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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 F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |