2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 5 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota RunX. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
