2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (542 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | B2500 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |