2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B3000 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
