2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-350 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |