2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 263 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 928. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B2500 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |
