2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 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 32 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda B4000 2010 Nissan Altima
Make Mazda Nissan
Model B4000 Altima
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4031 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 244 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1667 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4844 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 76 L


 

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