2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 956 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
