1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
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 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sonoma | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2990 mm |
