2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | MDX | B2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |