2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 577 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 (310 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | B4000 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
