2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Mazda B2500 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2990 mm |
