2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. Both 2001 Mazda B2500 and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
