1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2500 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3250 mm |