1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2500 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
