1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2500 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |