2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
