2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2000 mm |
