2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2500 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |
