2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | B2500 | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
