2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2900 mm |
