2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 633 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |
