2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 183 kg more than 2001 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | B2500 | Kyron |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |