1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
