1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |
