2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 869 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda B4000 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model B4000 G
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4031 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 469 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 700 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1667 kg 2536 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 96 L


 

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