2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
