2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2500 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3710 mm |