2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2560 mm |
