1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 2013 Mini Countryman 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. 2013 Mini Countryman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | B2500 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2595 mm |
