2004 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, both 2004 Kia Retona and 2004 Mazda B4000 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Retona | B4000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 323 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |