2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-250 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |