2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Voyager | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
