2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B4000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
