1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2480 mm |