2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | G |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |