2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. Both 2001 Mazda B4000 and 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser are equipped with a 4,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
