1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 1 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |
