2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 106 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
