1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 177 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | B2500 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2900 mm |
