2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2002 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. 2002 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2500 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2800 mm |
