2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | B2500 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2840 mm |
