2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |