2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Mazda B2500 and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Astra. 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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | B2500 | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |