1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
