2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 952 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | B2300 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
