2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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 F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-450 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 48 L |
