2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 428 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 2012 Buick Enclave. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 2012 Buick Enclave 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. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | B2500 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3020 mm |
