2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | BT-50 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
