2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
