1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2500 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
