2009 Honda Element vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 7 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, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | B2500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |