2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 (310 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
