1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 306. 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 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
