2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |