2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 2007 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda B2500 | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | B2500 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |