2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
