2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
