2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2010 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | B2500 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2751 mm |
