2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2500 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3080 mm |
