2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2500 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
