2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Tundra | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2990 mm |
