2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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 F-250 (548 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B4000 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
