2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2500 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2648 mm |
