2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
