2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
