2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 10 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.
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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
