2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |
