2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2500 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
