2004 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | B2500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |