2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 13 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | B2500 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2685 mm |
