1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
