1998 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
