2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 96 L |
