2000 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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, 2000 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. 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 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |