2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MPV. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
