2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
