2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Pacifica | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
