2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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 98 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 876 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2560 mm |
