2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche GT2. 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B2500 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
