1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | B2500 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |