2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2500 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2728 mm |
