2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1492 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2300 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 108 L |
