2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2500 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2800 mm |
