1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
