1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 707 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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 1999 Mazda Demio. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Demio | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3200 mm |
