2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 4 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. 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 (323 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B4000 | G5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 49 L |
