1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B2500 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2809 mm |
