2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-350 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2990 mm |