1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | B2500 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
