2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
