2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |
