2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
