2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B2500 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |
