2004 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit 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, both vehicles can yield 82 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
