2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B3000 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
