2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mazda B2500

To start off, both 2005 Ford Falcon and 2005 Mazda B2500 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Falcon 2005 Mazda B2500
Make Ford Mazda
Model Falcon B2500
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 4030 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 200 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1581 kg 1705 kg
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2990 mm