2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2990 mm |