2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econovan | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2990 mm |
