2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 883 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2500 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
