2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2500 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
