1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan 44. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | B2500 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
