1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Sienna. 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 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2910 mm |
