2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2990 mm |
