2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 621 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.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | B2500 | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3429 mm |
