2004 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
