2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Superb. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Superb. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B2500 | Superb |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
