2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 11 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 792 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | B2500 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2380 mm |
