2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 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 1996 Nissan Sunny. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2500 | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | B2500 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |