1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | B2500 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| 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 | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
