1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | B2500 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |