2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Mazda B4000 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 107 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 2004 Opel Astra. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
