2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 683 kg more than 2001 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2423 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2990 mm |
