2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
