2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2001 Mazda B4000 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 810 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda B4000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
