1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (148 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
