2000 Honda FCX vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FCX | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
