2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Urban Explorer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Urban Explorer | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
