2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
