2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.
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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Frontera | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
