1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 567 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2500 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
