2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
